By Kumudini Hettiarachchi, Ruqyyaha Deane & Meleeza Rathnayake
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There is nothing to worry. If you are ill, don’t panic but seek treatment at a hospital. There is no stigma attached to the coronavirus. All health facilities are available and deaths can be prevented, was the earnest plea sent out by the newly-appointed State Minister of Primary Health Services, Pandemics and COVID-19 Prevention, Dr. Sudarshini Fernandopulle.
“If there is any issue, go to the health sector as there is nothing to worry about. Do not worry about leaving your family, as arrangements have been made to take young children with you. So seek treatment, as otherwise the consequences could be severe,” said Dr. Fernandopulle during a wide-ranging interview with